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Starting a Business with a Friend? 7 Conversations to Have First
Starting a business with a friend can sound like the perfect plan. You already trust each other, enjoy spending time together, and may share a similar vision for what you want to build. But friendship and business are two very different relationships. Running a...
Leaving a Vendor Market Early: What Vendors Need to Know
When you register for a vendor market, you're committing to remain set up and open for the full event hours. Shoppers, neighboring vendors, venues, and event organizers all rely on vendors honoring that commitment. We also understand that true emergencies happen. A...
Meet the Makers: Why the Story Behind the Product Matters
When shoppers visit a vendor market, they aren't just browsing products. They're meeting the people who dreamed up the ideas, selected the materials, perfected the recipes, created the designs, and built the businesses behind them. That's what makes shopping small...
How to Create a Vendor Booth That Attracts More Shoppers
Your booth is often the first thing shoppers notice about your business. Before they see every product or hear your story, they're deciding whether your setup looks interesting enough to stop and explore. A great booth doesn't have to be expensive or elaborate. The...
How to Reduce Production Costs Without Sacrificing Quality
Making more money doesn't always mean raising your prices or selling more products. Sometimes, improving your profit starts behind the scenes. If your materials are becoming more expensive, your products take too long to make, or your profit margins aren't where you...
Your First Vendor Market: 12 Things to Know Before Event Day
You registered for your first vendor market. Now what? Preparing for your first event can feel exciting and overwhelming at the same time. You may be wondering how much inventory to bring, what your booth should look like, what to say to shoppers, or whether you...
